2001 Ford Mondeo 1.8L Petrol · CU51 DRL

The 2022 MOT failure highlights significant structural and safety risks, including severe corrosion to the rear sub-frame (reduced rigidity), front sub-frame corrosion, and critical brake disc issues. The nearside front brake disc was seriously weakened, while the offside disc showed similar but less severe wear. Both headlamps had reduced light output due to lens contamination, and the ABS warning light indicated a fault. These issues suggest compromised braking performance and structural integrity, which are major safety concerns. Recurring corrosion problems persist across multiple MOTs, affecting sub-frames, suspension components, and exhaust brackets. The 2021 and 2022 entries note heavy corrosion on rear sub-frames and suspension mountings, with some areas showing reduced rigidity. Brake disc wear was also consistently flagged, with the nearside disc worsening from "not seriously weakened" in 2020 to "seriously weakened" in 2022. The ABS fault reappeared in 2022 after a 2021 failure, indicating unresolved electrical or sensor issues. The trend shows deterioration in critical areas, particularly corrosion and brake components. While some issues like brake disc wear may align with normal aging, the severity of sub-frame corrosion and repeated ABS faults suggests systemic neglect or exposure to harsh conditions.